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LVX 2C

1985 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,030 mi
Last recorded3,030 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 1985 Jaguar E-type56,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVX 2C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 3,030 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 1,021 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 261 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 98,978 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 97,258 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 97,258 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 95,537 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 95,527 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f wheel bearing slight roughness when rotated.

Pass 1 Feb 2012 94,052 miles

bottom steering uj bolt rubbing chassis

front wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated.

rear brakes slightly binding and back plates rubbing.

Fail 31 Jan 2012 94,042 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bottom steering uj bolt rubbing chassis

front wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated.

rear brakes slightly binding and back plates rubbing.

Pass 8 Apr 2011 92,534 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 92,523 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Jaguar E-type?

Based on 82,373 MOT tests across 9,288 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
305
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
9,288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,540
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,865
Stop lamp not working 1,387
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,012
Horn not working 993
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LVX 2C is a 1985 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 56,372 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar E-type fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVX 2C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar E-type typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 41 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LVX 2C?

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What year was LVX 2C registered?

LVX 2C is a 1985 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 2 July 1985.

Is LVX 2C safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVX 2C shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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